The latest 2026 Brand Finance Report lists Mang Inasal as the strongest Quick Service Restaurant Brand, with a 28% increase in its brand value. It has garnered a Brand Strength Indez score of 95.2/100 and an upgrade in its brand strength rating from AAA to AAA+. The significant jump makes Mang Inasal one of the biggest movers in this year's report, sustaining its business performance amid inflationary pressures and evolving consumer habits.
As the Philippines accelerates toward an electrified future, car buyers are looking for vehicles that deliver real-world practicality, proven safety, and everyday convenience without compromising on style or urban drivability. Following the successful rollouts of its premium family movers, GAC Philippines is steering its electric vehicle movement into a chic new direction with the all-new GAC AION UT. Arriving on Philippine shores after massive success in major global automotive markets like Thailand, Europe, and Latin America, this EV compact hatchback offers eco-conscious urbanites a perfect blend of runway-ready Milanese style, advanced technology, and class-leading practical utility.
The excitement surrounding the newly launched HONOR 600 Series shows no signs of slowing down as the HONOR 600 Pro has officially sold out, while the HONOR 600 continues hot-selling momentum nationwide.
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of use with a quick 30-second charge.
WalterMart recently concluded its participation in this year's Brigada Eskwela, joining the Department of Education's nationwide initiative to prepare public schools for the new academic year. Through customer contributions, employee volunteerism, and education assistance for its employees, the company reinforced its long-standing commitment to education across the communities it serves.
Grand Westside Manila Bay celebrates its second anniversary with a month-long dining treats and leisure and lifestyle experiences meant for guests, families, friends, and community.
Advertising agency powerhouse DDB Group Philippines has announced its rebranding as “GGC Group Asia,” marking its evolution into an independent creative force.
The move follows the decision of Omnicom Group, the holding company of marketing communications network DDB Worldwide, to retire the DDB brand globally by the end of the first half of 2026, following its acquisition of Interpublic Group in November last year.
Any bookworm will tell you that reading a book is a pleasant distraction from the stresses of daily living, a chance to relax and lose yourself to the characters and plot of a page-turning mystery thriller or swoon-worthy romance. Few people realize that both your mind and body benefit when this favorite pastime becomes a regular part of your routine.
For many Filipino households, keeping cool shouldn’t mean spending more. With the country’s hot and humid climate, air conditioners often feel less like a luxury and more like a necessity—yet the worry of high power bills lingers. TCL, the Triple Global Top 1 TV Brand and No. 1 in global AC sales, introduces VoxIN, a smart air conditioner designed to deliver powerful cooling while reducing the strain on household energy use. With up to 37% energy savings, VoxIN makes it possible for families to enjoy cooler, healthier days indoors without the heavy price tag.
East West Banking Corporation (EastWest) marked the graduation of over 80 bankers from the Singapore Management University (SMU) Wealth Management Programme, reinforcing the Bank’s strategic investment in talent development and client-centered advisory excellence.
Unstoppable fun with HUAWEI nova 15 Max with its powerful 8500mAh battery and performance.
The HUAWEI nova 15 MAX boasts of a massive 8500mAh Super Battery, SGS 5-Star Certified Power and Advanced Energy Booster Technology that assures you of 25 hours of on-the-go navigation or 23 hours of video playback. It is also paired with 40W SuperCharge, making emergency situations like power outages or running on empty battery brings the phone back quickly through its Reverse Charging Technology.
Global AI device ecosystem company HONOR today announced #ForHONOR, its new global brand campaign celebrating the passion, resilience and shared dreams inspired by football. Powered by the HONOR 600 Series and AI Image to Video 2.0, the campaign invites fans to transform personal memories, photos and aspirations into shareable AI-generated video stories.
Pru Life UK and Prudence Foundation continue to deliver on its commitment to expanding and improving financial literacy coverage in the country, with its flagship financial education programme, Cha-Ching, recently reaching two million Filipino youth beneficiaries, a major milestone that aptly coincides with the programme’s 10th anniversary.
Due to insistent public demand, an additional 2:00 PM show has been added on July 10 for AFTER OZ with Wicked on Broadway’s Lissa De Guzman and Allie Trimm at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater.
The Theatre Group Asia (TGA) is delighted to announce the casting of Filipino-Kiwi performer Laurence Mossman as Middle Noah in the Philippine production of the celebrated Broadway musical The Notebook. As Middle Noah, Mossman is set to play opposite previously announced Middle Allie, Asia’s Phoenix, Morissette.
For 14 years, The Mind Museum and NutriAsia have shared a strong and meaningful partnership rooted in promoting science education, Filipino innovation, and cultural appreciation through engaging learning experiences. NutriAsia, being a founding donor of The Mind Museum, has been extraordinarily collaborative in creating interactive initiatives which culminated in their joint project - The Catsup Museum in 2017. Together, they continue to inspire curiosity and learning by combining The Mind Museum’s expertise in science communication through design and language, with NutriAsia’s commitment to celebrating Filipino heritage and food innovation. This year, they are powering a new joint project - Playtales: Reimagining Tomorrows.
Architecture and Interior Design students worldwide are being invited to rethink the future of spaces, communities, and culture as the AYDA Awards officially starts its new season.
Now on its 18th year, the competition formerly known as the Asia Young Designer Awards (AYDA) returns with the theme “Converge: Embracing Hyperlocal.” The 2026 theme reflects a growing global shift in design thinking, where the world becomes increasingly interconnected. “Converge” highlights the intersection of cultures, technologies, and ideas, while “Embracing Hyperlocal” underscores the importance of grounding innovation in the unique identity of specific communities.
Excitement reached new heights as long lines formed across HONOR Experience Stores and partner retailers nationwide during the first day sale and redemption of the highly anticipated HONOR 600 Series on May 30.
Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines, Inc. (PCPPI), in partnership with Gawad Kalinga, recently marked the successful culmination of its Reading for Excellence and Development (READ) Program at Pinagsanhan Elementary School (PES) in Maragondon, Cavite.
